How to clean the mouse from dirt?

In the modern world, a personal computer has become an indispensable assistant and friend to many people. Stand-up computers can come from various components, but necessarily include control devices, which include a keyboard and a manipulator, the so-called mouse. Most often, the user contacts with these devices during operation and, if the keyboard we at least occasionally, but wipe, then how to clean the mouse from dirt, few know. But it is the mouse, according to British scientists, is considered the most contaminated object in the office and the most dangerous to the health of the user, since it has a mass of bacteria on its surface. What can we say about the contamination of the "rodent" inside? Today we will tell you how to clean the mouse from the computer, so as not to damage the functional characteristics of the mechanical manipulator.

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When to clean the mouse?

No matter how carefully you did not monitor the cleanliness of the workplace, do not rub the rug and mouse from the outside, anyway, the dust gets into the internal cavity of the manipulator. And there, along with the fatty deposits, the dust adheres to the mechanical moving parts of the mouse. In such a situation, sooner or later, the cursor will start to "hang" on the screen, and you are wondering how to clean the mouse from dirt.

To prevent such a situation, periodically, every three months, conduct preventive measures to clean the inside of the manipulator. The process itself will take you no more than ten minutes.

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Computer cleansing tools

Methods for cleaning up dirt depend on the type of computer mouse. There are two main types of manipulators:

• Optical( laser) mouse.
• Ball.

We will consider each method of cleaning separately, but first we will determine the means and materials that are necessary in the process of work.

A set for cleaning the mouse from the computer

You can clean the mouse from the dirt from the inside with the help of special kits and tools sold in any computer store. Such kits include:

• Various sticks.
• Mouse cleaning fluids.
• Cleaning wipes.
• Balls.
• Special mats.

Important! Use all these tools is very convenient, because to clean the manipulator from the inside do not need to disassemble it. And this makes the cleaning process very fast, easy and simple. The sets are very effective, but there is one minus - the price is quite high. In addition, it should be noted that what set you would not use, even the best and expensive, it is possible to clean the mouse from dirt from the inside qualitatively, only after examining it.

Therefore, we recommend using such sets in offices with a dozen devices or in computer classes, since the use of such tools can save considerable time. Read the instructions for use, which indicates what and how to do, and act.

Hand Tools

At home, it's not practical to use special sets, and they are not always at hand. Therefore, we will stop closer on how to clean the mouse from the computer at home.

For cleaning purposes you will need:

• Phillips screwdriver.
• Alcohol.
• Plastic or plastic scraper.
• Tampons made of soft, not piley fabric.
• Cloth.
• Cotton sticks for external cleaning.
• Soap solution.

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How to clean the ball mouse?

To clean the mouse from the computer, if you use the simplest ball model, proceed as follows:

1. Turn off the computer. Disconnect the device from the network in order not to burn the mouse port.
2. Disconnect the mechanical manipulator from the system unit.
3. Turn the mouse over to see its bottom surface.
4. Use a Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the screws on the bottom of the mouse.
5. Carefully try disconnecting the case. Do not use brute force, as you can break the plastic latch. The hull should be split into two halves without difficulty.

Important! When disassembling the device, pay attention to how the manipulator cord was located, in the future, when assembling, this can come in handy.

1. Gently pull out the rubber ball that comes in contact with the rug.
2. Wash the ball with warm water and soap or wipe with alcohol.
3. Dust and dirt inside the mouse are removed with a plastic or plastic scraper.
4. Pay special attention to the dense mud rings located on perpendicular cylindrical wheels. Remove dust and dirt only mechanically with a plastic scraper.

Important! Do not use solvents, metal scrapers, a knife and a razor blade to clean the inside of the manipulator. All these tools can damage the parts of the device.

1. Clean the clamping wheel from the dirt, which presses the ball against the mat when the mouse is operating. The cleaning process is carried out in the same way as in the case of cylindrical wheels.
2. After mechanical cleaning and removal of dust deposits, thoroughly degrease all mechanical moving parts of the device. The degreasing process is carried out with the help of alcohol or vodka, using a tampon made of soft, non-fleecy fabric.
3. When cleaning with alcohol, pay special attention to the clamping wheel and the cylindrical elements.
4. Thoroughly rub the contacts of the manipulator buttons with alcohol.
5. Degrease alcohol and internal cavity of the mouse so that the dust settles as little as possible on the parts.
6. Dip the cotton swab into alcohol and wipe the elastic lining( legs) of the mouse.
7. Two halves of the body also clean with alcohol from fat.
8. Assemble the mouse in reverse order. Make sure that the manipulator wire is in the right place when twisting the two halves.
9. Wrap the small screw and connect the two parts of the case.
10. Dip the dry cloth into the alcohol and clean the manipulator cord from the point of connection with the mouse to the connector of the connection to the computer.
11. The mouse is ready to work again, connect it to the computer.

Important! Do not use ordinary cotton wool to clean the internal parts, as it leaves behind the villi, which can subsequently become an obstacle to the normal operation of the device and an additional dust bag.

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How to clean the optical mouse?

If the optical mouse does not work well, then most likely it needs to be cleaned. Consider two ways to remove dirt from the manipulator.

Method number 1.Without parsing the case

For the procedure of cleaning the device you will need:

• Alcohol.
• Toothpicks.
• Lint-free cloth.
• Cotton sticks.

Proceed as follows:

1. Disconnect the device from the computer. If the manipulator is connected to the USB port, then you can do it without turning off the computer. Turn the mouse over to study its lower surface.
2. Dip the cotton swab into alcohol and wipe the rubber feet of the device. Toothpick clean the surface around the legs. For each leg, use a new toothpick. Carry out the procedure neatly, if necessary use a magnifying glass or lens to effectively remove all contaminants.
3. Use a cotton swab to remove dust and mote from the eye of the mouse. Do not press the wand with a force so as not to scratch the eye and damage the device.

Important! It is recommended to clean the eye on a regular basis - once a month.

1. Clean the gap between the device buttons with a toothpick. Do not press too hard to prevent the wooden stick from breaking and damaging the device.
2. Toothpick clean the slots on both sides of the manipulator wheel.
3. Clean the wheel with a toothpick.
4. Clean the surface of the mouse with wet wipes or a damp cloth. Do not allow moisture to enter the device, as this may damage the microcontroller.
5. Put the mouse aside.
6. Dip the cloth in water and wipe the mouse pad.
7. Place the mouse on the mat and wipe the mouse wire( if any) with a dry cloth and alcohol.
8. Connect the mouse to the computer.

Important! Clean the manipulator at least once a month. If you regularly eat in front of the screen or mouse your children use, then you need to clean the device much more often.

Many experts do not recommend opening the back cover of the mouse, as this can lead to damage and cancellation of the warranty. But if the manipulator starts to "hang", then without removing the case to get along.

Method number 2.We disassemble the case

For work you will need:

• Phillips screwdriver.
• Cotton sticks.
• Soft fabric.
• Cotton swabs.
• Alcohol.
  

Step-by-step instruction:

1. Disconnect the mouse from the computer.
2. Wipe the housing with a damp cloth. Turn the mouse over to see the back surface.
3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to carefully loosen the screw in the base of the device.
4. Inspect all fasteners carefully and unscrew them.

Important! In some models, one screw is in direct view, and the pair is hidden under Teflon legs or under a sticker.

1. Put all the screws in a safe place so that they are not lost during all events.
2. Carefully separate the cabinet. Pay attention to how the cord is located( if it is), during the assembly of the device this may come in handy.
3. Remove the large chip from the case and gently remove all dust, tiny hairs and dirt with a cotton swab or a soft cloth.

Important! Do not use sharp objects to clean the microcontroller board, otherwise you risk damaging the microcircuit.

1. With an ear stick, wipe the optical( or laser) sensor of the device.
2. Use the wiper wheel to wipe the wheel with a soft cotton pad. If necessary, tighten the wheel mount.
3. After removing dust, the surface of the mouse must be degreased. To do this, soak a soft, lint-free cloth with alcohol and wipe all the parts and the body of the mouse.
4. Put all the removed parts in place( chip, wheel).Put the wire of the mouse in place( if any).
5. Assemble the housing and tighten the screws. If necessary, glue back the Teflon legs.
6. The mouse is ready for use.

As you can see, it's not difficult to clean the mouse from dirt, and if you do it regularly, then not only extend the life of the manipulator, but also protect yourself from pathogenic viruses and bacteria that "live" both on the surface and inside the device. We hope that the resurrected, healthy and rejuvenated mouse will long please you with its diligent behavior. Health and good luck to you and the "rodent"!